I 495 over Water Fish Brook
GoodEssex County, Massachusetts · .48 KM S I93 · Structure no. A090392XPDOTNBI
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130,023
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 495 over Water Fish Brook is a concrete culvert carrying I 495 over Water Fish Brook in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 130,023 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 165,826 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 495 over Water Fish Brook built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 495 over Water Fish Brook in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does I 495 over Water Fish Brook carry?
About 130,023 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is I 495 over Water Fish Brook?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns I 495 over Water Fish Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.